Cheap Homes for Rent in the Gardendale Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $650 (94 Rentals)

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property at 1206 S Comal
$850

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$850

Total Monthly Price$850
1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Sep 25
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1206 S Comal

San AntonioTX78207
property at 1033 Rivas St
$875
2 Bedroom Rentals
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1033 Rivas St

San AntonioTX78207
property at 421 Howard St
$895 - $950

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Base Rent$895 - $950

Total Monthly Price$895 - $950
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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421 Howard St

San AntonioTX78212
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property at 1604 W Hollywood Ave
$945

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Base Rent$945

Total Monthly Price$945
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1604 W Hollywood Ave, Unit 1604

1604 W Hollywood Ave
San AntonioTX78201
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property at 505 Wilmington Ave
$1,050

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Base Rent$1,050

Total Monthly Price$1,050
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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505 Wilmington Ave, Unit B

505 Wilmington Ave
San AntonioTX78212
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property at 335 E Rosewood Ave
$1,150

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Base Rent$1,150

Total Monthly Price$1,150
1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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335 E Rosewood Ave

San AntonioTX78212
property at 1835 W Poplar St
$1,250

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Base Rent$1,250

Total Monthly Price$1,250
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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1835 W Poplar St

San AntonioTX78207

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property at 1538 W Hollywood Ave
$1,250

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Base Rent$1,250

Total Monthly Price$1,250
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1538 W Hollywood Ave, Unit 1538

1538 W Hollywood Ave
San AntonioTX78201
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property at 1815 Vera Cruz
$1,300

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Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1815 Vera Cruz

San AntonioTX78207

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Gardendale, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

Best Value Homes for Rent in Gardendale, TX

As of September 17, 2026 the best value rental home in the Gardendale area is the $1.10 price per square foot 128 E Summit Ave Model at 128 E Summit Ave in the Midtown San Antonio neighborhood starting from $4,775. The second greatest value Gardendale rental home is the 335 E Rosewood Ave Model at 335 E Rosewood Ave in the Midtown San Antonio neighborhood starting at $1,150 with a $0.27 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gardendale homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
128 E Summit Ave128 E Summit Ave5BR, 4BA$1.10
335 E Rosewood Ave335 E Rosewood Ave1BR, 2BA$0.27
335 E Rosewood Ave335 E Rosewood Ave2BR, 2BA$0.34
202 W Woodlawn Ave202 W Woodlawn Ave3BR, 4BA$0.99
418 W Rosewood Ave418 W Rosewood Ave3BR, 2BA$1.14
1629 W Woodlawn Ave1629 W Woodlawn Ave3BR, 2BA$1.15
1144 W Mulberry Ave1144 W Mulberry Ave3BR, 1BA$1.00
1023 W French Pl1023 W French Pl3BR, 1BA$1.10
416 Alexander Hamilton Dr416 Alexander Hamilton Dr2BR, 1BA$1.12
134 Cheyenne Ave134 Cheyenne Ave1BR, 1BA$1.10

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Gardendale, San Antonio, TX

Ranked #168

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gardendale

What type of rentals are currently available in Gardendale?

There are currently 318 Apartments for Rent in Gardendale, TX with pricing that ranges from $529 to $5,545. There are also 152 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gardendale ranging from $650 to $4,775.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gardendale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gardendale ranges from $650 to $4,775 with an average monthly rent of $1,561.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gardendale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gardendale range from $1,250 to $5,093, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,199 to $3,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.

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